This month is the height of summer which means most of all a time to relax and enjoy. Make time to sit in the sun surrounded by the summer colours and fragrances and leave the chores for a slightly less sunny day. But what should you be doing on those days?

Vegetables need plenty of water during the hot month of July. If they get insufficient water they will almost certainly bolt and form seed, making them inedible, which would be a waste of all your time and trouble.